What problem does an adjustable post-mounted bracket address?
Vertical logistics posts provide fixed attachment locations inside some dry vans. A partial, mixed, or irregular load may end between available locations, leaving the nearest usable position farther from the freight than the load plan calls for.
An adjustable bracket addresses the positioning gap. It does not secure cargo by itself, replace a load bar or strap, or establish that a complete arrangement complies with applicable requirements.
Why call it a mobile E-track?
It is an analogy for moving the usable position for a compatible load bar as the freight boundary changes, rather than relying only on fixed attachment locations. It is not a claim of E-track mounting or universal post compatibility.
The brackets mount horizontally and directly to specifically compatible vertical logistics posts. Repositioning is limited to compatible post openings. Confirm the post interface and condition, compatible equipment, and the complete cargo-control arrangement before use.
How does Exact-A-Track mount to a compatible post?
- Confirm that the trailer has vertical logistics posts and that the specific post profile is compatible with Exact-A-Track.
- Mount the bracket horizontally and directly to the compatible post, following approved product instructions.
- Choose a compatible post opening for the bracket height based on the actual freight and trailer configuration; do not assume a position between openings is available.
- Install compatible load-securement equipment at the added position.
- Inspect the bracket, equipment interfaces, cargo, and complete arrangement before departure.
How has the product been described in the trucking press?
A February 2021 Truck News product brief described Exact-A-Track as offering more flexibility when attaching load bars and straps inside a standard van trailer.
The coverage documents how the product was presented at publication time. It is not an endorsement, independently tested rating, certification, working-load limit, or current technical specification. Buyers should use approved product documentation for technical decisions.
What should a buyer verify before choosing a bracket?
| Question | Why it matters | Where to verify |
|---|---|---|
| Does the trailer have compatible vertical logistics posts? | Exact-A-Track mounts horizontally and directly to compatible vertical logistics posts; it is not for E-track, L-track, or every post or rail system. | Identify the installed interface, inspect its condition and attachment, and verify the specific post profile against approved product information. |
| Which option should be selected? | Exact-A-Track has 24-inch and 48-inch options. | Use approved product information or ask Exact-A-Track about the intended configuration. |
| Will the intended equipment fit? | The bracket and load-securement equipment must have a compatible interface. | Review product instructions and inspect the equipment. |
| What rating applies? | No tested rating has been supplied for publication on this site. | Use approved manufacturer documentation; do not infer a rating. |
Is a positioning bracket a complete securement system?
No. Exact-A-Track is one component in a larger cargo-control arrangement. The carrier or operator remains responsible for selecting compatible equipment, following manufacturer instructions and carrier procedures, and meeting applicable cargo-securement requirements.
Common questions
Is Exact-A-Track a load bar?
No. Exact-A-Track is a positioning bracket intended for use with compatible load bars or logistics straps.
Does mobile E-track mean it mounts to E-track?
No. “Mobile E-track” is a comparison about positioning at compatible openings, not the mounting interface. Exact-A-Track mounts horizontally and directly to compatible vertical logistics posts, not E-track. Verify the specific post and intended equipment before use.
Does Exact-A-Track mount to vertical E-track?
No. Exact-A-Track mounts horizontally and directly to compatible vertical logistics posts. E-track is a different interface; do not assume compatibility based on orientation or appearance.
Will Exact-A-Track fit every vertical logistics post?
No universal post-fit claim is made. Verify the specific post profile and condition, product option, intended equipment, and complete cargo-control arrangement against approved product information before use.
Does the bracket replace cargo-securement procedures?
No. Product instructions, carrier procedures, equipment compatibility, inspection, and applicable requirements still govern the complete setup.
Sources and scope
This educational guide does not certify a load, trailer, component, or procedure. Check current manufacturer instructions, carrier policies, and the rules that apply to the operation.
- Official Exact-A-Track product listing (opens in a new tab)Published Exact-A-Track listing for the logistics bracket pair and current product options.
- Truck News: Exact-A-Track adds flexibility to logistics postsFebruary 24, 2021 product brief describing Exact-A-Track as a flexible positioning option for load bars and straps in van trailers.
- 49 CFR Part 393, Subpart ICurrent U.S. federal requirements for protection against shifting and falling cargo.
- FMCSA Cargo Securement RulesFederal Motor Carrier Safety Administration overview of the North American cargo-securement rules.
- CCMTA National Safety Code Standard 10Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators cargo-securement standard.